Assistant Project Manager - Construction - New London

Assistant Project Manager - Construction - New London

As an Assistant Project Manager - Construction - New London, you will be responsible for:

• Supporting Project Managers throughout all phases of project delivery
• Assisting with budgeting, forecasting, and project cost tracking
• Managing RFIs, submittals, and change order logs
• Coordinating subcontractors, consultants, architects, and engineers
• Assisting with procurement and contract administration
• Maintaining project schedules and milestone updates
• Monitoring project documentation and reporting requirements
• Supporting field teams and Superintendents with project coordination
• Participating in project meetings and preparing meeting minutes
• Reviewing construction drawings, specifications, and project documents
• Tracking project progress and assisting with issue resolution
• Supporting project closeout and turnover activities
• Utilizing construction software to manage project documentation, correspondence, and reporting

The successful candidate will have:

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or a related field preferred
• 2-5 years of experience in Project Engineering, Project Coordination, or Assistant Project Management
• Experience within any construction sector, including commercial, multifamily, healthcare, education, industrial, custom homes, or residential construction
• Experience with construction management software such as Procore, Bluebeam, Autodesk Construction Cloud, Viewpoint, Primavera P6, Microsoft Project, or similar platforms
• Knowledge of RFIs, submittals, change orders, budgeting, and project controls
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment
• Strong work ethic and desire to grow into a Project Manager role
• Former athletic experience is a plus, but not required. Candidates with athletic backgrounds often bring leadership, discipline, teamwork, competitiveness, and accountability that translate well into construction management.

What's on offer:

• Competitive base salary: $60,000 - $110,000+
• Annual performance bonus
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Generous PTO and paid holidays
• Vehicle allowance or mileage reimbursement
• Professional development and training opportunities
• Clear advancement path to Project Manager
• Exposure to a variety of project types and construction methods
• Mentorship from experienced industry leaders
• Stable pipeline of projects throughout Connecticut
• Collaborative and employee-focused company culture
• Long-term career growth with a respected construction firm

Apply today to join a leading contractor as an Assistant Project Manager - Construction - New London and gain valuable experience across a diverse portfolio of projects while building a successful long-term career in construction management.